working in Japan (Page 10)
Author found himself waiting on a subway platform, with the train aproaching, thinking “If I just take one little step forward, I won’t have to go to work tomorrow.”
Emotions can range from being ready to take on the world to “Man, I sure wish I was drunk right now.”
Japan has proper rules and procedures for everything, and office tea is one of the most complex.
While perseverance is a trait to be admired, there comes a point where “Suck it up, buttercup” is just terrible career advice.
Slicing wood like cheese, superhuman throwing powers, and more will make you nod in satisfaction.
With rules regarding everything from tea to elevators, some new employees think it’s all too much.
If your child has a better relationship with the robotic vacuum cleaner than with you, then you might have a problem.
Unless your definition of “almost none” is “enough to get a side job.” Then go right ahead.
A new survey conducted by the Japanese government found that nearly half of female temp workers faced discrimination as a result of being or becoming pregnant while in employment.
It’s no secret that working in Japan can be pretty miserable. Long hours, unpaid overtime, power harassment, and mandatory drinking parties with coworkers are just some of the factors that contribute to workers all over Japan leading stressful lives.
But misery loves company, so that’s why we present the top 11 tweets to make you feel glad you don’t work in Japan. Some of them are attempts at encouragement, some of them are commiserating, and some of them are so painfully sad that you can’t help but cry. So read on and see how your own work compares to Japan!
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Japan’s otoshidama tradition of giving kids money at New Year’s gets a social welfare upgrade
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
Hello Kitty Choco Egg figures are an adorable trip through three periods of Japanese pop culture【Pics】
National Geographic names Yamagata Prefecture on its “Best of the World 2026” travel destinations
Virtual pantie flash part of Japan’s new schoolgirl-inspired swimsuit’s sailor style【Photos】
Tokyo station platform to transform into sake bar with hot drinks, hot oden, and hot kotatsu
Chiikawa lucky bag required a four-month wait, but was it worth it?【Photos】
Make Your Own Yoshinoya Beef Bowl at Home, Even Better Than the Original 【Recipe】
Digital resurrection after death? 63 percent of Japanese and American survey participants say nah
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7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026- Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Starbucks on a Shinkansen bullet train platform: 6 tips for using the automated store in Japan
Is this the most relaxing Starbucks in Japan?
Large amount of supposed human organs left in Osaka marketplace
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
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Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes- 7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
- Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
- Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area- Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
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Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer- Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
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Virtual pantie flash part of Japan’s new schoolgirl-inspired swimsuit’s sailor style【Photos】
Tokyo station platform to transform into sake bar with hot drinks, hot oden, and hot kotatsu
Chiikawa lucky bag required a four-month wait, but was it worth it?【Photos】
Make Your Own Yoshinoya Beef Bowl at Home, Even Better Than the Original 【Recipe】
Digital resurrection after death? 63 percent of Japanese and American survey participants say nah
New Kyoto crane game cakes are poised to become the next big thing in Japan
How much should we give in a New Year’s otoshidama without looking like a jerk?
Unique inclined elevator in Japan leads to a town that inspired Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away
Can a dirty butthole make you filthy rich in Japan? We’re starting a New Year’s lottery experiment
Naruto ninja village theme park area, Kyubi coaster being added to Parc Spirou Provence【Pics】
What’s the best spoon for Japanese curry?【Photos】
Photos of karaoke customers getting frisky circulated online by unscrupulous staff
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